Can iuds cause weight gain? and if so, what's the best way to keep the weight off?

Possible weight gain: Iud's with hormones, such as mirena, (levonorgestrel) can cause weight gain. Follow a healthy diet and exercise regimen; you may need to be a little more careful than you have been in the past to 'make up' for the tendency to gain weight.

In some women: Progesterone iud's can cause weight gain and also copper iud's. The best way to prevent weight gain is to eat 6 equal healthy meals with 6 servings of fresh vegetables and one apple each day, moderate exercise through the day ( try pretend jump roping for 1 minute at a time or more up to 60 minutes in 24 hours, sleep 7-8 hours, and manage stress skillfully. Added zinc might help with cu iud.